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FG threatens to close Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway over safety breaches, speeding, vandalism
The Federal Government may shut down the Lagos section of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway within two weeks if motorists and read more FG threatens to close Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway over safety breaches, speeding,…
Gridlock as tanker spills 33,000 litres of oil on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
…Residents scoop spilled groundnut oil By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — Traffic gridlock has disrupted movement on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway following a lone tanker crash near Abiola Garden, inward Toll Gate, Lagos, on…
Coastal communities fault diversion of Lagos-Calabar road
Warri Reclamation Thrust and the Itsekiri National Youths Council, INYC, have faulted the decision to divert the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road project away from the coastline after Lagos and Ogun states. Convener of Warri…
Lagos-Ibadan Expressway remains blocked
By Efe Onodjae The Lagos-Ibadan Expressway remained blocked as of 7 a.m. on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, amid an ongoing traffic gridlock along the busy highway. A check by Vanguard on the social media platform X…
Lagos-Calabar highway: Makinde demands audit of N15trn project
The Makinde-Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation has demanded a comprehensive audit of the N15 trillion Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, accusing the Federal Government of raising fresh questions about its…
Reps Urge Works Ministry To Review Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Realignment
The resolution followed a motion on the need to review the proposed realignment and its implications for coastal communities. The post Reps Urge Works Ministry To Review Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Realignment…
Gridlock on Lagos-Ibadan expressway as FG begins Kara Bridge’s repair
A heavy vehicular traffic crippled movements on the popular Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Tuesday as the Federal Ministry of Works commenced the repair of the damaged Kara Bridge’s expansion joints. The post Gridlock on…
Truck rams into two passenger buses on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
A 40-foot truck has reportedly lost control and rammed into two passenger buses at Berger on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, causing heavy traffic. Read More:…
Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway: My Disagreement With Umahi — Diri
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Diri, on Thursday, revealed his disagreement with the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, on the ongoing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. Governor Diri also disclosed the…
Gov Diri: Donald Duke Wrong on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road Project
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has faulted the criticism of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project by former governor of Cross River State, Mr. Donald Duke. Duke had said
FG hasn’t abandoned Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway – Umahi
The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has dismissed speculation that the Federal Government has abandoned the celebrated Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. Speaking with journalists on Monday at the State House, the…
Container truck crash triggers massive gridlock on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
Kara Bridge crash involving seven vehicles caused a 12-hour Lagos-Ibadan Expressway gridlock, trapping motorists overnight as emergency teams cleared the road.
VIDEO: Why Tinubu diverted Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road towards East-West — Umahi
Umahi said the decision followed concerns about the condition of the coastal corridor and the need for a lasting solution to challenges affecting... The post VIDEO: Why Tinubu diverted Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road towards…
105km Pavement Of Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway For Completion November – Umahi
The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi has said the main pavement of the first 105 kilometres of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway will be completed by November 2026. Umahi disclosed this on Tuesday while receiving…
Kenya Airways confirms passenger died after medical emergency on Lagos-bound flight
Kenya Airways has confirmed the death of a passenger who suffered a medical emergency aboard a flight from Nairobi, Kenya, to Lagos, Nigeria. The post Kenya Airways confirms passenger died after medical emergency on…
Why Lagos-Calabar coastal highway?
I guess it is not by accident that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR is constructing a highway between Calabar and Lagos. The construction is political, historical and economical. I will dwell on the historical aspect.…
BREAKING: Tanker catches fire under Otedola Bridge
A tanker has been engulfed in fire under the Otedola Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency has confirmed. Read More:…
NDLEA 184.5kg cocaine bust: Court remands KC Luxury, two others
…Slams 22-count charge By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on Friday arraigned Lagos-based luxury goods dealer Afolabi Kazeem Michael, popularly known as KayCee Luxury, and two…
NCAA orders Air Peace to compensate passengers over delayed flight
The NCAA has directed Air Peace to compensate passengers after a Lagos-Enugu flight was delayed due to the airline sending an incorrect notification. Read More:…
NCAA directs Air Peace to compensate passengers over delayed Lagos-Enugu flight
The regulator’s preliminary investigation found that passengers were sent an incorrect notification despite the flight having been rescheduled. The post NCAA directs Air Peace to compensate passengers over delayed…
IYC Rejects Coastal Highway Diversion, Urges Tinubu To Retain Original Route
The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide has asked President Bola Tinubu to ensure that the 750-kilometre Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway follows its original approved route through Ondo, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa and Rivers…
PANDEF rejects FG’s plan to divert Lagos-Calabar coastal highway
THE National Youth Wing of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has rejected the Federal Government’s decision to redesign and
Suspected vehicle theft kingpin arrested in Ogun
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old suspected vehicle theft kingpin, Mosuru Issa, and recovered a stolen wine-coloured Toyota Camry along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The post Suspected vehicle…
Akwaaba African Travel Market to Showcase at 2026 Magical Kenya Travel Expo
Charles Ajunwa The leading travel and tourism event in West Africa, the Lagos-based African Travel Market would participate at the 2026 Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE) as an exhibitor. Akwaaba,
The coastal road questions
THE controversy surrounding the realignment of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway has reopened an important question about governance in Nigeria: does the announcement of a monumental project signify sound planning, or…
Four die; seven injured in Lagos accidents
Four persons died and seven others sustained injuries in three separate road accidents in Lagos on Wednesday, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has said. The post Four die; seven injured in Lagos…
Four arrested over mob killing of groom-to-be in Lagos
By Esther Onyegbula LAGOS — The Lagos State Police Command has arrested four suspects in connection with the alleged mob killing of Basit Kolade, who was beaten to death by a group of men on Lagos Island, weeks before…
Sanwo-Olu declares ‘small state of emergency’ on Lagos waste crisis
Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has declared what he described as a “small state of emergency” in waste management, following The post Sanwo-Olu declares ‘small state of emergency’ on Lagos waste crisis appeared…
Lagos: Couple, others docked over alleged N710m fraud
Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU), Ikoyi, Lagos, has arraigned a couple, Mr Obinyan Emmanuel Osenonome and his The post Lagos: Couple, others docked over alleged N710m fraud appeared first on Tribune Online.
Lagos governor Sanwo-Olu appoints new LASU vice-chancellor
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has named Professor Badejo Ayodeji Olawunmi as the new Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU) on September 9, 2026.
2027: Lagos APC dismisses NDC’s Obi prediction
By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has dismissed as “wishful thinking” the claim by the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, that its presidential candidate, Peter…
Lagos directs evacuation from Eti-Osa, Kirikiri, other flood-prone areas
The Lagos State Government has directed residents in flood-prone communities to temporarily relocate to higher ground. The post Lagos directs evacuation from Eti-Osa, Kirikiri, other flood-prone areas appeared first on…
NPFL: Inter Lagos hit with ₦5 million fine, three-point deduction over officials’ assault
The sanctions could significantly affect Inter Lagos's campaign as they continue their NPFL season. The post NPFL: Inter Lagos hit with ₦5 million fine, three-point deduction over officials’ assault appeared first on…
2027 Elections: Lagos APC Gov Candidate, Hamzat To Unveil Manifesto On Friday
The high-profile event will take place at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts (formerly known as the National Arts Theatre) in Iganmu, Lagos. The post 2027 Elections: Lagos APC Gov Candidate, Hamzat To…
Public Notice On Gaming Licensing, Tax Compliance And Facilitation Of Gaming Services Through Telecommunications And Vas Platforms In Lagos State
TO: ALL TELECOMMUNICATION OPERATORS, MOBILE NETWORK OPERATORS (MNOs), LICENSED VALUE-ADDED SERVICE (VAS) AGGREGATORS AND VAS PROVIDERS FACILITATING LOTTERY, BETTING AND GAMING SERVICES IN LAGOS STATE The Lagos State…
2027: Lagos APC holds prayers for Tinubu, Hamzat
All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos on Tuesday held an interfaith prayer session for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the party’s The post 2027: Lagos APC holds prayers for Tinubu, Hamzat appeared first on Tribune…
Olu Jacobs laid to rest in Lagos
Veteran actor Olu Jacobs has been buried in Lagos following a funeral service held on Friday. The post Olu Jacobs laid to rest in Lagos appeared first on Vanguard News.
Fire guts Customs Western Marine Command office in Lagos
Fire gutted the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Western Marine Command office in Apapa, Lagos, on Monday, destroying property worth millions of Naira. The post Fire guts Customs Western Marine Command office in Lagos…
One dead, three injured in Lagos Coastal Road crash
By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS: One person was killed while three others sustained serious injuries in an auto crash along the Lagos Coastal Road inward Eko Hotel in the early hours of Thursday. The accident involved a grey…
NPFL: Decade later, Lagos derby returns as Inter Lagos, Sporting Lagos battle for bragging rights
For both clubs, however, Sunday is about much more than history and bragging rights, as both are searching for their first points and first goals of the new Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season The post NPFL:…